Falls From Height Claims

If a job cannot be completed without working at height, then its employer’s duty to properly plan, supervise and provide suitable equipment for such activities. Employer’s legal obligation is to take sufficient measures to prevent you from falling.

Related Claims?

The Work at Height Regulations

According to the Work at Height Regulations (2005), the construction site manager must avoid the need for an employee to work at height. In case this it is not possible, the Construction Site Manager must:

Enforce the use of procedures and properly plan the work at height

Minimise the distance in the unfortunate event of someone falling from height

Supervise and inspect the construction site

Make sure workers are competent and trained

Consider external factors such as weather condition and postpone work if it endangers employees.

Prevention

Prevention of falls from height accidents includes handling and maintaining properly the equipment used for working at height. This means it must be:

Kept in good working order

Placed on a level surface

Suitable for the work

Used by workers who have received proper training

Secured and fitted with stabilisers or anti-slip devices

Why Hire a Solicitor?

If you have been a victim of a fall from height accident that wasn’t caused by you, there is a good chance that your employer can be held accountable. Contact us today and let’s discuss about your legal rights and how you can claim compensation.

Awards for injuries caused by falling from height can be substantial as the injuries sustained are often life changing.

How long do I have to put in a compensation claim?

Usually you have three years to start legal proceedings for personal injury, however in the case of claims related to Asbestos or delayed symptoms f you would have three years from the date the symptoms / causes were identified by a professional.

If in doubt about your right to claim or if a deadline is fast approaching please call us we will be happy to look into your case.